The Configuration Lifecycle Management (CLM) Summit 2026 is the 11th annual event organized by Configit, a leader in configuration technology solutions. This virtual summit, scheduled for May 6-7, 2026, aims to assist B2B manufacturers in mastering product complexity and responding swiftly to dynamic market requirements.
The summit spans two half-days, each tailored to distinct audiences. Day 1, Business Day, focuses on strategies for manufacturing leaders to drive growth, mass customization, and AI readiness. Day 2, Technology Day, is designed for IT and technology leaders aiming to advance digital transformation initiatives. Key topics include integrating CLM with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, managing customization complexity, and building a reliable data foundation for future growth.
Attendees will have opportunities to engage with industry leaders through keynotes, expert panels, and real-world case studies. Notable speakers include Thomas Kaufmann, Senior Manager at Deloitte Consulting, and Sigrún Ívarsdóttir, Product Manager at Configit. The event also features interactive demos and hands-on workshops, facilitating practical learning and networking.
This summit is ideal for manufacturing and technology leaders seeking to enhance their understanding of CLM and its role in digital transformation. Participants will gain actionable insights to streamline product configuration processes, improve customer experiences, and accelerate new product development.
Speakers(9)
Alberto Russo
IT Project Manager at CNH
Henrik Hulgaard, PhD
VP Product Management and Co-founder at Configit
Laura Beckwith, PhD
Director of Product Management at Configit
Laura Beckwith has been working with Configit’s customers since 2010 to understand how the products can best accommodate user needs. She holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Washington, where her research focused on designing programming environments for non-programmers to support the particular needs of the audience, a perspective she brings with her when designing Configit solutions.
Marcus Krastel, PhD
Managing Director at Engineering Methods AG
Marcus Krastel is Co-founder and CEO of :em engineering, bringing over 20 years of experience in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). Since completing his PhD in Computer Integrated Design at Technische Universität Darmstadt, he has focused particularly on Simulation Data Management. Marcus has led cooperation and transformation projects with major OEMs and currently works on topics including IoT, AI, Test Data Management, and ALM/PLM integration. His expertise lies in strategic consulting for digitalization in engineering, taking a holistic approach to connecting systems, data, and processes.
Peter à Porta
Product Owner Configuration Management Systems at Vestas
Rüdiger Stern
Managing Director at Accenture
Thomas Kaufmann
Senior Manager at Deloitte
Tom Brimble
Head of Product Management at McLaren Automotive Ltd
Wilhelm Bielert, PhD
CDO & Senior Vice President at Premier Tech
Event Details
- Date
- May 6-7, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇩🇰 Denmark
- Pricing
- Free of Charge
- Audience
- Manufacturing and technology leaders, IT professionals, product managers, and digital transformation strategists.